President's Non Political Trip Draws Wide Comment
President Truman's West Coast tour to dedicate Grand Coulee Dam prompts sharp criticism from Washington observers and opposition lawmakers. Louis Bromfield accuses taxpayers of funding the president and his welfare state through extensive government travel and speeches.
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Texas Wild Flowers Inspire Beauty Across the State
The Hill Country has seen ample rains that bring profusions of wildflowers. Denison reports a recent wildflower show among the finest in the state. Fredericksburg and Harper host garden and flower shows highlighting the region’s diverse blooms. Texans are urged to learn their varied species.
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Memorial Day Opens Heaviest Texas Summer Tourist Season
Memorial Day on Tuesday May 30 marks the start of Texas heaviest summer tourist season. The holiday offers some a four day break with Monday included, while many travelers hit crowded highways. Dr John Klen in Houston warns socializing medicine also socializes patients and urges double caution on roads.
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We Believe By Alfred Petsch on Truman Tour
In the Western Tour review, Alfred Petsch argues Truman's promises would burden taxpayers and empower government overreach. The piece warns higher taxes and red tape could erode prosperity and criticizes the sheriff and Gillespie County for lacking a full time deputy.
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Highway 87 Meeting Set for Laredo
The seventh annual convention of the International Highway 87 Association will open June 23 in Laredo and end the next day in Monterrey Mexico. A H Davis manager of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce and U S manager of the association announced the plans. Alex Snowden Lith bridge of Alberta Canada is president of the Association. Davis said that Mexico s president Miguel Aleman had been invited to attend the Monterey session.
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Fredericksburg Past Notes May 1927 Highlights
May 24 1927 Fredericksburg Volo team beat Morris Ranch 4. Governor Moody spent hours in town with Senators Stewart and Real. Tax election results 425 for 389 against. May 26 1927 California visitors George Kott family in town. May 27 1927 Rev Ritzen guest of Rev Konzack. 33 years ago May 19 1917 officers elected for Fredericksburg Ladies Auxiliary. May 21 1917 Giants lose to Kerrville 6 4. May 22 1917 Johnson City goes dry. May 24 1917 Capt Peter Schramm Texas National Guard joins new cavalry. May 23 1917 Albert Stehling visits Bandera.
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Moose Jackson Confronts Neighborhood Over Fenced Field
Last week Moose Jackson faced backlash after fencing his field near the depot where local kids play. Doc Sherman proposed a psychology tactic during a casual drink at Andy's Garden Tavern, hinting at his semi pro baseball past.
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